Acting Shakespeare
Required Text: Any complete works of Shakespeare's plays
Class Objective:
- To connect physically and emotionally with Shakespeare's
language
- To explore the history and background of the text to enrich
his/her character
- To explore the brilliant language of a master playwright
- To touch on and/or review scansion, folio, OED, and other
resources in order to feed the actor's performance
Student's Responsibilities
- To be prepared
- To bring all pertinent materials to class such as texts, props,
homework, etc.
- To come with a healthy, positive attitude that supports fellow
students and the learning enviroment
- To participate fully with an open mind and a sense of humor
- To be responsible for one's own physical needs (allergies,
injuries, etc.) to adjust excerises as needed and inform the
instructor of the specifics of these needs.
Class Requirements
Two Shakespeare scenes: one at the midterm and one at the final.
Final project: Participate in A Night of Shakespeare Scenes
which will be open to the public.